
How to assess language levels and an introduction to the descriptors of the Common European Framework.
The Test Teach Test approach is described with reasons fro choosing it. It is compared to the PPP method.
Teaching standard presentations.
Lesson structure, lots of teaching ideas and case studies of how I integrate social English into various groups.
Demonstrating how to present grammar (PPP) and how to use the discovery approach (lesson is attached as a resource). Lots of tools for illustrating grammar concepts such as pictures, thought bubbles, videos, acting and time lines are demonstrated, as well as how tenses are often contrasted in order to clarify meaning.
Do's and don'ts for effective planning and record-keeping. Tips for teaching business English classes from making learners feel relaxed to teaching pronunciation and vocabulary. Demonstrations on how to use finger correction and drill pronunciation are given.
Interested in teaching business English?
Are you thinking of traveling to Europe, to Asia, to South America or Middle East? Perhaps you've thought about teaching English to extend your stay for a short or long time. For many (like me), you end up in a non-English speaking country because of your partner but you want and need to work. Business English is a wonderful ticket to work in many countries and is a fascinating field with many opportunities. Maybe, you want to earn money with online teaching and not travel at all!
This course over 28 lectures, 18 quizzes and 12 assignments will to introduce you to the craft of teaching business English, what business English is, how to teach spoken and written business skills and how to teach business grammar. The course will examine the different types of business English and the all important needs analysis. Units focus on teaching meetings, presentations, telephoning, emailing and socialising. There will be demonstration lessons and the background methodology of communicative language teaching including the methods of PPP (Present, Practice, Produce), TTT (Test, Teach, Test and Task-based Lessons, TBL). Much of the content is also suitable for those wishing to do a Cambridge CELTA or similar introductory qualification and will really help you in those courses. There is a teaching bootcamp for those who have never taught languages before with ideas on how to teach vocabulary, how to keep good records, maintain satisfied clients, and on error correction. The videos are supplemented by quizzes and assignments to deepen your understanding as well as materials for you to incorporate into your teaching. This is your kick-start into the world of business English teaching!